The PCB has failed to find any sponsors for the upcoming Australia tour of Pakistan, as a result of which they have decided to stream the matches live through the PCB Live app.
Pakistan are all set to host the Australians for a three-match ODI series, which is scheduled to start from the end of May. The matches are destined to be played across international stadiums in Rawalpindi and Lahore, between the 30th of May and the 4th of June.
The first ODI, which is scheduled to be played before the end of the ongoing IPL season, is to be played at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, while the second and third ODIs are destined to be played at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
PCB to cover Pakistan vs Australia matches on new PCB Live App
The PCB was already in a tough spot and was struggling with financial as well as viewership crises. Amid this situation of crisis, they have now resorted to taking a step towards the betterment of cricket in their nation.
PCB has announced that the upcoming Australia tour of Pakistan will be streamed live exclusively on its official OTT platform, 'PCB Live.' According to PCB reports, no other streaming platform will carry the live coverage in the country.
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As per some reports, it has also been claimed that PCB is thinking of hosting these matches with no crowd and no sponsors as well. Now this remains a mystery: if the PCB has not found any sponsors or has decided on this arrangement to back the popularity of their app.
🚨 NO SPONSERS FOR PAK VS AUS SERIES.
— usman (@cricbyusman) May 21, 2026
- Looks like PCB is thinking to conduct ODI matches with no crowd.
- PCB will cover all the matches in the new PCB live app.✅ pic.twitter.com/ANED7H1UE4
How to watch the Pakistan vs Australia match on the PCB Live app?
The app is available across several platforms and can be used on iOS or Android systems, and the matches can be streamed for free on their mobiles, tablets, and smart devices. It is available to be downloaded from the App Store and Google Play Store.
To hand popularity to the side, the app will also feature highlights and selected domestic tournaments for the public at their fingertips. The app will not include any subscription fee as of now. Users can register directly through the official PCB Live website.
Mohammad Rizwan ousted; Ghori and Rohail picked for Australia ODIs
Mohammad Rizwan, the senior batter in the Pakistan side, has been ousted from the squad ahead of the three-match ODI series against Australia. Rizwan played a significant role in several campaigns for Pakistan; however, his form has been dipping in recent times.
Muhammad Ghazi Ghori and Rohail Nazir have been drafted into the Pakistan national squad as replacements for the seasoned wicketkeeper. They are both new inclusions to the ODI setup and will be keen to make their debut.
Shaheen Afridi continues as the captain of the side, and Salman Ali Agha has been appointed his deputy in the series. Several new inclusions have been made, which include the likes of Arafat Minhas and Shamyl Hussain.
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